First American
Lead IT Internal Auditor
First American, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725
Who We Are
Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.
What We Do
Responsible for conducting and leading internal audits, SOX audits, due diligence, fraud investigations and special projects. Provides insights, risk management and technology expertise in the Internal Audit group.
Essential FunctionsPlan and execute IT audit work in conjunction with the annual audit plan in accordance with developed Internal Audit framework and industry standards (i.e., Institute of Internal Auditors) as well as provide suggestions to enhance the internal audit process.Audit general controls in a wide range of environments including mainframe, mid-range, cloud and client/server.Prepare clear documentation supporting audit work performed and conclusions reached as well as ensure workpapers comply with internal audit standards.Identify and research issues with supported analysis and propose solutions.Prepare meaningful audit recommendations for the operation being audited.Incorporate data analysis in workpaper evidence and final reports.Participate in testing of remediation of observations noted within audit reports.Leads staff training efforts.Assist with special projects including process improvement initiatives.Exercise higher degree of judgment related to leading audit work.
Job Complexities & ImpactExercises higher degree of judgment related to leading audit work.Leads and performs complex audit projects.Makes recommendations which have an impact on the department.Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with extensive knowledge base of industry practices and established policies and procedures.Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments.Errors will have significant business and financial impact.Works independently with supervisory consultation.
Supervision Received or ExtendedMay lead or coordinate the work of cross functional teams.No formal responsibility for the supervision of others but may provide functional advice or training to less experienced team members.
Knowledge and Skills/Technology UsedKnowledge and expertise in financial services industry, preferably in insurance, banking, real estate mortgage services is preferred.Knowledge of operational auditing, business process improvement, or re-engineering.Ability to execute larger/ complex audit projects.Experience managing projects with complex inter-dependencies, focusing on both long-range projects and immediate tasks.Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, including strong report writing skills ability to articulate briefly and concisely.Possess strong analytical, audit, and investigative skills.Proficiency with data analysis tools (Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx, etc.) and developing/executing SQL queries is a plus.Experience creating Excel macros or Visual Basic scripts is a plus.Working knowledge of automated workpapers (e.g. AuditBoard), ERP systems (e.g. Workday, Oracle) and cloud-based environments (e.g. Azure, AWS) is a plus.Available for international as well as local travel up to approximately 25%.
Typical EducationBA/BS Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Management of Information, Computer Science, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Typical Range of Experience6+ years of previous Internal Audit, public accounting or comparable experience.
License or CertificationCIA, CISA, CPA, CA or CFE certification is a plus.Pay Range : $95,300.00 - $158,900.00This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.
DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours and/or responsibilities from time to time, as needed.What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. About Us
Our people are the foundation of First American’s success and that is the reason we put them first. This philosophy has cultivated a culture of happy employees who are highly engaged, passionate about their work and leave each day feeling they have made a difference. Privacy Policy
By submitting this application, you may convey certain personal information to First American. This information is collected for the sole purpose of determining your qualification for the position you are applying.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.
What We Do
Responsible for conducting and leading internal audits, SOX audits, due diligence, fraud investigations and special projects. Provides insights, risk management and technology expertise in the Internal Audit group.
Essential FunctionsPlan and execute IT audit work in conjunction with the annual audit plan in accordance with developed Internal Audit framework and industry standards (i.e., Institute of Internal Auditors) as well as provide suggestions to enhance the internal audit process.Audit general controls in a wide range of environments including mainframe, mid-range, cloud and client/server.Prepare clear documentation supporting audit work performed and conclusions reached as well as ensure workpapers comply with internal audit standards.Identify and research issues with supported analysis and propose solutions.Prepare meaningful audit recommendations for the operation being audited.Incorporate data analysis in workpaper evidence and final reports.Participate in testing of remediation of observations noted within audit reports.Leads staff training efforts.Assist with special projects including process improvement initiatives.Exercise higher degree of judgment related to leading audit work.
Job Complexities & ImpactExercises higher degree of judgment related to leading audit work.Leads and performs complex audit projects.Makes recommendations which have an impact on the department.Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with extensive knowledge base of industry practices and established policies and procedures.Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments.Errors will have significant business and financial impact.Works independently with supervisory consultation.
Supervision Received or ExtendedMay lead or coordinate the work of cross functional teams.No formal responsibility for the supervision of others but may provide functional advice or training to less experienced team members.
Knowledge and Skills/Technology UsedKnowledge and expertise in financial services industry, preferably in insurance, banking, real estate mortgage services is preferred.Knowledge of operational auditing, business process improvement, or re-engineering.Ability to execute larger/ complex audit projects.Experience managing projects with complex inter-dependencies, focusing on both long-range projects and immediate tasks.Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, including strong report writing skills ability to articulate briefly and concisely.Possess strong analytical, audit, and investigative skills.Proficiency with data analysis tools (Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx, etc.) and developing/executing SQL queries is a plus.Experience creating Excel macros or Visual Basic scripts is a plus.Working knowledge of automated workpapers (e.g. AuditBoard), ERP systems (e.g. Workday, Oracle) and cloud-based environments (e.g. Azure, AWS) is a plus.Available for international as well as local travel up to approximately 25%.
Typical EducationBA/BS Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Management of Information, Computer Science, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Typical Range of Experience6+ years of previous Internal Audit, public accounting or comparable experience.
License or CertificationCIA, CISA, CPA, CA or CFE certification is a plus.Pay Range : $95,300.00 - $158,900.00This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.
DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours and/or responsibilities from time to time, as needed.What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. About Us
Our people are the foundation of First American’s success and that is the reason we put them first. This philosophy has cultivated a culture of happy employees who are highly engaged, passionate about their work and leave each day feeling they have made a difference. Privacy Policy
By submitting this application, you may convey certain personal information to First American. This information is collected for the sole purpose of determining your qualification for the position you are applying.#J-18808-Ljbffr